2006 Honda Jazz vs. 2008 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Sonata (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2006 Honda Jazz. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Jazz weights approximately 344 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Sonata.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Hyundai Sonata (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Jazz. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Jazz | 2008 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Jazz | Sonata |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 3342 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 83.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1646 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |